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Blizzard Warning issued March 4 at 9:27PM CST until March 5 at 3:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TONIGHT INTO WEDNESDAY WITH INTENSE WINDS AND SNOW... .A strong early spring system will continue to affect Iowa tonight into Wednesday. Snow has already started over parts of western Iowa. The rain will quickly change to snow into central Iowa over the next several hours. The wind will continue to intensify from the northwest and become strong with gusts near or above 60 mph. The combination of these winds with falling snow will cause significant visibility reductions with a period of blizzard conditions expected. Blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions, particularly in open, rural areas, will make travel dangerous at times tonight into at least a part of Wednesday morning. Even as the falling snow ends, blowing snow and visibility restrictions may persist. Conditions are expected to gradually improve later Wednesday as the winds slowly decrease. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches with a few higher amounts near the Minnesota border. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, southwest, and west central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 3 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities are expected to drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on poor road conditions. The hazardous conditions are likely to impact the Wednesday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage and potential power outages. Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

High Wind Warning issued March 4 at 9:19PM CST until March 5 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA * WHAT...North winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...Humboldt, Kossuth, Emmet, Palo Alto, Pocahontas, Calhoun, Carroll, Crawford, and Sac Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow may not be occurring for the duration of the high winds. However, when the snow is falling, blizzard conditions are expected. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

High Wind Warning issued March 4 at 2:36AM CST until March 5 at 3:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA * WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Iowa. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 3 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition, there is also a Blizzard Warning in effect. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.